Occupation
Accountant
An Accountant records, analyzes, and reports on an organization's financial transactions, ensuring books comply with GAAP and that financial statements accurately reflect the business's position. Daily work typically involves QuickBooks and Excel for account reconciliation and financial reporting, along with preparing statements for management, auditors, or regulators. Accountants are detail-oriented, numbers-driven professionals who often hold a degree in accounting or finance and may pursue CPA licensure.
Duties & responsibilities
- Record and reconcile accounts including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger transactions
- Execute monthly close procedures and prepare financial statements for management and auditors
- Ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards and internal controls including SOX documentation
- Analyze and report on financial data using accounting software, Excel, and other tools
- Support external audit processes by preparing workpapers and responding to auditor inquiries
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and financial reporting accuracy
What Accountant roles involve, from employers’ own postings.
How much does an Accountant make?
Employers posting Accountant roles list a median of $114,000 a year (middle half $95,000–$142,000), from 75 postings that state pay.
66% of open Accountant roles publish a range. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it. Which states’ postings state pay
Who is hiring for Accountant roles?
113 open Accountant roles from 81 employers; the most at Menlo Ventures Portfolio, Comcast and Intuit, and in California, New York and Texas.
From employers’ own postings, as of.
Accountant in the job market
Last checked October 28, 2026
- Open roles
- 113
- Employers
- 81
- Median pay
- $114,000
- Disclose pay
- 66%
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Open Accountant roles (113)
ACCOUNTANT (STAFF)
Development Finance Corporation
Full-time · Washington, DC · $121,785 – $158,322
This federal accounting role involves managing general ledger operations, reconciliations, and financial reporting for the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation's CFO office. It suits accountants with government or complex financial systems experience who can handle multi-fund accounting, budgetary analysis, and compliance with federal accounting standards.
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ACCOUNTANT
Customs and Border Protection
Indianapolis, IN · $50,930 – $80,991
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Accountant
Program Support Center, Department of Health and Human Services
Washington, District of Columbia; Atlanta, Georgia; Salt Lake City, Utah; Seattle, Washington; Phoenix, Arizona; Los Angeles, California; San Francisco, California; Denver, Colorado; Miami, Florida; Chicago, Illinois; Indianapolis, Indiana; New Orleans, Louisiana; Boston, Massachusetts; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Kansas City, Missouri; Albuquerque, New Mexico; New York, New York; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Portland, Oregon; Austin, Texas; Rockville, Maryland; Charleston, South Carolina · $102,415 – $158,322
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Accountant (Staff/Systems)
Defense Logistics Agency
Fort Belvoir, VA · $121,785 – $158,322
This role supports the Defense Logistics Agency's financial management and audit readiness by reviewing business processes for compliance, developing internal controls, and advising leadership on accounting systems and E2E operations. It suits someone with deep accounting expertise and federal financial systems experience who can navigate complex regulatory requirements and guide process improvements across the organization.
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Accountant (Systems)
Agriculture, Office of the Chief Financial Officer
New Orleans, LA · $50,460 – $65,599
This federal accounting role supports the USDA's financial management systems by providing technical expertise to help staff troubleshoot accounting problems, analyze system operations, and process corrections. It suits candidates with accounting education or specialized experience who want to work on financial systems and customer service in a government setting.
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Accountant
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Gaithersburg, MD · $70,623 – $158,322
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Supervisory Accountant
Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Department of Labor
Washington, DC · $169,279 – $197,200
This supervisory role oversees a federal department's central accounting operations, including general ledger management, financial close processes, and audit coordination across the organization. It suits experienced accountants ready to manage teams and lead complex financial reporting initiatives in a government environment.
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Investigative Accountant
Securities and Exchange Commission
Washington, DC · $174,859 – $292,300
This role investigates potential securities law violations by analyzing financial reports, accounting disclosures, and suspicious activity reports to identify fraud and misconduct. It suits experienced accountants or auditors who want to work in financial enforcement and are comfortable with detailed analytical work in a federal regulatory environment.
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Accountant
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Full-time · Atlanta, GA · $127,829 – $187,093
This federal role advises the Provider Reimbursement Review Board on Medicare Part A cost reporting, auditing, and payment disputes, including evaluating appeals and drafting decisions. It suits experienced accountants or auditors with healthcare reimbursement expertise who can provide technical guidance to stakeholders and board members on complex Medicare policy issues.
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Accountant
Defense Health Agency
Full-time · Rome, NY · $106,437 – $158,322
This federal accountant role involves managing financial reporting, analyzing statements and budgets in compliance with accounting standards, and leading period-close processes for a financial operations division. The position also includes designing internal controls, supporting audits, and mentoring junior accounting staff across multiple locations.
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Likely next role (192)
Where Accountants commonly go next: Auditor, Financial Analyst, Financial Auditor, Senior Accountant.
Senior Accountant
Action Target
Provo, UT
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Supervisory Auditor (FAO Manager)
Defense Contract Audit Agency
San Diego, CA · $143,677 – $186,785
This is a supervisory audit management role overseeing a field audit office, responsible for directing audit programs, managing auditor teams, and ensuring compliance with government auditing standards. It suits experienced auditors with team leadership experience who want to step into management and workforce development within a federal defense contracting environment.
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Supervisory Auditor (Deputy Assistant Director - Division of Compliance and Oversight)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Washington, DC · $169,279 – $197,200
A senior audit leadership role overseeing internal controls and compliance activities across correctional institutions, requiring deep expertise in government auditing standards and executive-level advisory capabilities. This position suits experienced auditors ready to direct agency-wide audit strategy and manage complex compliance programs at the federal level.
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Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services
Office of Inspector General, Department of Health and Human Services
Full-time · Washington, DC · $151,661 – $228,000
Lead the federal government's largest civilian audit organization as a senior executive, managing nearly 500 auditors and overseeing comprehensive audits of HHS programs, grantees, and contractors to identify waste and inefficiency. This role suits experienced audit or finance executives ready to direct complex oversight operations and advise Congress and cabinet-level officials on government program performance.
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Financial Analyst
Century Theatres
Plano, TX
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Senior Accountant
Beckman Coulter
Deer Park, Illinois, United States
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SUPERVISORY AUDITOR (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)
Environmental Protection Agency
Full-time · Washington, DC · $112,568 – $172,980
This supervisory role oversees IT and cybersecurity audit teams at the EPA's independent Office of Inspector General, conducting complex nationwide audits to assess agency programs for efficiency and effectiveness. The position requires experience leading audit engagements, managing technical teams, and communicating findings to senior officials.
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Senior Accountant
Anytime Fitness
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Financial Analyst
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Rockville, MD · $70,623 – $158,322
This federal role supports IT budget planning and financial strategy for a government agency's technology portfolio, analyzing resource allocation decisions and investment proposals. The position suits candidates with experience in federal financial management, capital planning, and complex budget analysis who can guide stakeholders through investment decisions.
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Supervisory Auditor
Agricultural Marketing Service
Aurora, CO · $107,301 – $182,316
This supervisory role leads financial investigation teams examining the livestock, meat, and poultry industries for anti-competitive and deceptive practices under federal law. It suits experienced auditors or accountants ready to move into a management position directing complex investigations and coordinating with legal staff.
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Roles similar to Accountant (189)
From Accounting Analyst, Auditor, Bookkeeper, Financial Analyst, Financial Auditor, Financial Operations Specialist, Tax Analyst, Tax Preparer, Tax Specialist.
Supervisory Auditor (FAO Manager)
Defense Contract Audit Agency
San Diego, CA · $143,677 – $186,785
This is a supervisory audit management role overseeing a field audit office, responsible for directing audit programs, managing auditor teams, and ensuring compliance with government auditing standards. It suits experienced auditors with team leadership experience who want to step into management and workforce development within a federal defense contracting environment.
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Supervisory Auditor (Deputy Assistant Director - Division of Compliance and Oversight)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System
Washington, DC · $169,279 – $197,200
A senior audit leadership role overseeing internal controls and compliance activities across correctional institutions, requiring deep expertise in government auditing standards and executive-level advisory capabilities. This position suits experienced auditors ready to direct agency-wide audit strategy and manage complex compliance programs at the federal level.
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Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services
Office of Inspector General, Department of Health and Human Services
Full-time · Washington, DC · $151,661 – $228,000
Lead the federal government's largest civilian audit organization as a senior executive, managing nearly 500 auditors and overseeing comprehensive audits of HHS programs, grantees, and contractors to identify waste and inefficiency. This role suits experienced audit or finance executives ready to direct complex oversight operations and advise Congress and cabinet-level officials on government program performance.
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Tax Law Specialist
Internal Revenue Service
Washington, DC · $74,678 – $133,142
This IRS role develops and maintains tax forms, publications, and guidance by researching tax law and resolving complex technical issues affecting taxpayer compliance. It suits experienced tax professionals, attorneys, or accountants who can translate intricate regulations into clear materials for the public.
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Financial Analyst
Century Theatres
Plano, TX
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SUPERVISORY AUDITOR (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)
Environmental Protection Agency
Full-time · Washington, DC · $112,568 – $172,980
This supervisory role oversees IT and cybersecurity audit teams at the EPA's independent Office of Inspector General, conducting complex nationwide audits to assess agency programs for efficiency and effectiveness. The position requires experience leading audit engagements, managing technical teams, and communicating findings to senior officials.
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Financial Analyst
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Rockville, MD · $70,623 – $158,322
This federal role supports IT budget planning and financial strategy for a government agency's technology portfolio, analyzing resource allocation decisions and investment proposals. The position suits candidates with experience in federal financial management, capital planning, and complex budget analysis who can guide stakeholders through investment decisions.
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Financial Analyst
Joint Activities, Department of the Army
Fort Meade, Maryland · $143,913 – $196,689
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FINANCIAL SPECIALIST
Air Education and Training Command
Maxwell AFB, Alabama · $89,508 – $116,362
This is a federal government financial management role supporting military officer education programs, involving budget development, cost analysis, and financial oversight. It suits someone with experience in DoD budgeting and accounting who can advise on resource allocation and help resolve funding issues.
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Supervisory Auditor
Agricultural Marketing Service
Aurora, CO · $107,301 – $182,316
This supervisory role leads financial investigation teams examining the livestock, meat, and poultry industries for anti-competitive and deceptive practices under federal law. It suits experienced auditors or accountants ready to move into a management position directing complex investigations and coordinating with legal staff.
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What employers state they pay
Median
$114,000
Middle half
$95,000 – $142,000
From 75 of 113 open roles — the 66% that publish a range, annualized to USD. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it.
Who employers are hiring
- Entry9%
- Mid22%
- Senior54%
- Lead / Staff / Principal5%
- Management9%
- Executive1%
From 81 roles whose posting states a level.
Skills Accountant postings ask for
Measured from the 113 open roles, not from a curated list.
- Microsoft Excel41 roles36.3%
- GAAP Compliance22 roles19.5%
- NetSuite16 roles14.2%
- SAP16 roles14.2%
- Financial Reporting8 roles7.1%
- Microsoft Word6 roles5.3%
- Accounts Payable4 roles3.5%
- General Ledger4 roles3.5%
- Internal Controls4 roles3.5%
- SQL4 roles3.5%
Where Accountant roles are
Among the 84 of 113 open roles we could place on a map.
- New York13
Employers hiring Accountants
81 in total, most open roles first.
- MPMenlo Ventures Portfolio7 roles
Comcast4 roles
Intuit4 roles
American International Group3 roles- DADefense Logistics Agency3 roles
- VA
- AEArrow Electronics2 roles
- AIAuto-Owners Insurance2 roles